Frostbrand Elves
Frostbrand Elf Traits
- Ability Score Increase. Your Charisma score increases by 1.
- Extra Language. You gain proficiency in one additional language of your choice.
- Everfrost Fury. Once per day, you can call forward the icy energies within you, entering an elemental fury for 1 minute. During this time:
- You must maintain concentration on your fury as if it were a spell. Roll your saving throws to maintain concentration with advantage if the moon is out, whether you can see it or not.
- Once per turn, your weapon attacks deal an additional 1d6 cold damage.
- You have advantage on Charisma (Persuasion) and Charisma (Intimidation) checks.
- You gain resistance to cold damage.
- Ice Missile. Beginning at 3rd level, you can harness the freezing energy within you to cast the spell Magic Missile as a 2nd-level spell once per day. It inflicts cold damage instead of force damage. Your spellcasting ability for this spell is Charisma.
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Guardians of the Frostheart Citadel
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The Frostbrand Elves, guardians of the Frostheart Citadel, hail from a frigid realm where the biting winds carry tales of ancient power and glacial magic. Nestled amidst snow-covered landscapes, the citadel stands as a testament to the elves' harmonious relationship with the icy forces that envelop their home.
Legend has it that the Frostheart Citadel was established eons ago, as visionary elves sought refuge in the northern reaches, drawn by an innate connection to the frosty energies that resonated in the air. Over centuries, they mastered the art of channeling these icy powers, becoming Frostbrand Elves, protectors of the frost and custodians of the citadel.
Frostbrand Elves are marked by their charismatic presence, a reflection of their affinity for the enchanting frost that courses through their veins. Their extra language proficiency is a testament to their diplomatic engagement with neighboring realms, fostering alliances that fortify their frozen sanctuary.
The Everfrost Fury, a manifestation of their elemental connection, is a rite of passage for Frostbrand Elves. This fury channels the chilling might of the frozen wastes, enhancing their weapon strikes and imbuing them with a captivating charisma. This ritual not only strengthens their offensive capabilities but also signifies a profound spiritual communion with the wintry landscape around them.
As the guardians of the Frostheart Citadel, Frostbrand Elves refined their abilities over generations. The Ice Missile spell, rooted in their ability to harness freezing energy, serves as both a strategic offense and a means to defend the sanctity of their citadel. Those who threaten the harmony of the Frostheart Citadel may find themselves targeted by magical ice missiles, a manifestation of the elves' protective instincts.
United by their connection to the frost and a commitment to safeguarding their ancestral home, the Frostbrand Elves stand vigilant, a living testament to the enduring power of the icy realms and the profound kinship between elves and the frozen lands they inhabit.